In a move sparking controversy and public outcry, the Monroe City School Board, during a special meeting on October 30th, has allowed Dr. Brent Vidrine, under investigation for alleged financial misconduct and forged documents, to retire with full benefits. The…
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Vidrine suspended, Sam Moore waiting in the wings
In a significant move Tuesday night, the Monroe City School Board voted unanimously to suspend Superintendent Brent Vidrine, pending the results of a 90-day investigation of suspected financial misconduct against him. The board’s decision, stemming from suspicions surrounding three checks…
NAACP critical of double standard board uses during Vidrine investigation
Rev. Ambrose Douzart, the President of the Ouachita Parish Branch of the NAACP, has criticized the Monroe City School Board for allowing Superintendent Dr. Brent Vidrine to remain in his position amid an ongoing financial misconduct investigation. The board’s decision…
Vidrine to continue, despite financial misconduct investigation
In a split vote, the Monroe City School Board decided to break from its established policy, allowing Superintendent Dr. Brent Vidrine to remain actively serving as superintendent while under investigation for suspected financial misconduct. The board convened for an extensive…
Vidrine is suspected target of school district financial misconduct complaint
If leaked reports are true, Monroe City Schools Superintendent Brent Vidrine finds himself at the center of a potentially damaging investigation into suspected financial misconduct. The Monroe City School Board officially announced the investigation during their meeting on September 5,…